Apple’s iWatch is not the only product on the wearable tech market. There is also the Microsoft Band. But neither of these is the most advanced wearable technology available. That honor goes to LifeBEAM Gear. Originally developed for the aerospace industry, LifeBEAM was developed to accurately measure human performance biometrics in extreme conditions. Astronauts and […]
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5 Wearable Gadgets to Watch Out for in 2015
Wearable devices are the next major revolution in connectivity after smartphones. Although the technology is still in its infancy, it has managed to produce significant consumer interest that could raise its market value up to $12.6 billion by 2018. CES 2015 saw wonderful improvements in wearable devices that in the previous year lacked successful execution. […]
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Gadget Advisor’s Picks : The Best Gadgets from CES 2015
CES 2015 – Witness the Future of Technology Unfold The Consumer Electronic Show (CES) is the Holy Grail for the technology lovers. With over 170,000 attendees and around 3,600 exhibitors, CES 2015, held in Las Vegas, is definitely the biggest tech show in the world that tech enthusiasts look forward to every year. This year […]
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Recycle Bin: 5 Ways to Safely Discard Your Old Gadgets
Did you ever wonder what happened to that old TV you threw away? Like most other gadgets that are unsafely disposed of, it’s probably occupying a distant landfill somewhere in China or Africa, or perhaps even a dumping ground closer to home. Most of the gadgets that people throw out include lots of toxic chemicals […]
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Clash of the Wearables: Microsoft Band Vs. Apple Watch Vs. Motorola 360
2014 has been a great year for us gadget lovers. A bunch of powerful smartphones that truly blurred the line between computers and phones released this year, like the Samsung Note 4, the iPhone 6 and the HTC One M8. We also got to see what gaming is going to be like in the years […]
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5 Great Gadget Gift Ideas for the Upcoming Holiday Season
With Christmas just around the corner, you may be on the lookout for gifts for your family or friends. We know it’s early, but it’s always a good idea to get started with your shopping as soon as you can and avoid the last minute rush. Gadgets make for great gifts especially if someone close […]
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Sibling Rivalry: Should You Buy The iPhone 6 Or iPhone 6+?
Apple’s recently released flagship smartphones – the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6+ – are making millions of Apple fans (and even non-fans) swoon worldwide. Both iPhone models are high-end products meant to lure customers away from the other popular smartphones in the market, like the Samsung Galaxy S5 and the HTC One M8. From the […]
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Curtain-Raiser: The iPhone 6 and Apple Watch Preview
Apple unveiled two much anticipated products at its annual event last week: the new iPhone 6 and Apple Watch. While the iPhone 6 is the latest smartphone offering, the Apple Watch is the first wearable gadget the company has launched in recent memory. With the iPhone 6 (and iPhone 6+), Apple is attempting to displace […]
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Waiting In The Wings: Upcoming Wearable Technology Gadgets in 2014
Wearable technology has steadily been going mainstream, especially over these past two years. In fact, if you go by market figures, wearable technology may be the next big thing- just like smartphones were in 2008.To put it into perspective, the market value of wearable tech was a measly 6.3 million in 2010. In 2014, this […]
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2013 Gadget Gift Giving Guide
The holiday season is upon us once again, and along with it, the task of figuring out what to get our loved ones. Looking for tech gifts? Below is a list of gadgets that are trending for the holidays this year.
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iOS7: Behind the Cosmetics
The first thing that pops out at you from all the iOS clutter on the internet is how disappointing its new facelift is! People have called it “flat” and even gone as far as to call it “childish”. I can understand the latter comment as it does look a bit cartoonish with the near florescent […]
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Apple iPhone 5 Reviews: Fans Disappointed
Apple Stock Drops Over Lower Than Expected Sales While one analyst claimed lines were 89% longer and this C/Net iPhone 5 Review gushes that this is the “iPhone we’ve always wanted”, Apple’s stock has already dropped because sales of the iPhone 5 are less than expected. iPhone 5 Social Media Mentions Almost as many negative […]
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Kindle Fire vs. Apple iPad
You must admit Amazon keeps amazing everyone. The store originally sold books. Then it added products from A to Z. It went further by creating its own product in the Kindle eReader. The eReader move has paid off as Amazon said its ebooks outsell books. Now, it took another step by with its own tablet […]
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Apple iPhone 4S Announcement
Many feel let down by the recent iPhone announcement because they expected to hear about the iPhone 5. And then, Steve Jobs passed away the next day. Maybe it was a good thing. The tame announcement allowed the world to reflect on Steve Jobs’ incredible life and contributions. Initial Reaction to the iPhone 4S In […]
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Features to Look for When Buying a Smartphone
The pool of smartphones available today is overwhelming. Not only do you need to decide on the type of smartphone — such as iPhone, Android and BlackBerry — but also the model. If you’re not sure which type you want, think about how you will use the phone. Will you read email, ebooks and documents? […]
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Is the Blackberry Dead?
Remember what cell phones were like before iPhone and Android? Basically cell phone users fell into 2 categories—those who wanted the tiniest phone they could get their hands on (remember Nokia?) and more serious, adult users who went the way of the Blackberry. The Blackberry was touted as the personal digital assistant. It made it […]
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The 3 Best Browser Alternatives for the iPad
One of the things I hate most in the world is a default browser on a high end electronic. In fact, I usually dislike anything that comes standard, especially when it comes to Apple products. When I bought my iPad, I found a lot of the software to be slow, unnecessarily large, and frustrating to […]
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MvixBox 2-bay Ultra Performance NAS / Media Server
The MvixBox 2-bay high performance NAS / media server is a 3-in-1 solution for storing media files, operating as a media server, and facilitating file transfer. These features are already available in other options, such as the DViCo TViX M-6500A, but the MvixBox is a more affordable solution that also offers the bonus of dual drive bays.
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Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000 HD Webcam
There was a time when having a webcam was only for the wealthy. Those days are long gone. Today almost every household in the U.S. is able to connect to the Internet. With the boom of the Internet came social networking, online dating, instant messaging, and even online business meetings. No longer do we have to worry about the low quality, blurry, spherical webcams provided in the past. The future is here, and webcam quality has risen so much in such a short time it’s astonishing, with Logitech leading the way. They released their Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000 not too long ago, and we’re lucky enough to be able to give you a quick overview of it.
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Moshi IVR Alarm Clock (Interactive Voice Responsive)
The Moshi IVR alarm clock features TimeSet technology and is the first alarm clock that requires only voice commands to set the time and alarm. Using IVR Technology, Interactive Voice Recognition, commands are initiated with a simple “Hello Moshi”. T
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KODAK Zi6 Pocket Video Camera
Kodak has released the Zi6, a PDA-size camera that has the capability to record HD video of the utmost clarity. Consumers can record in multiple modes, including camera photos (of course), HD60, HD, and VGA.
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Flipbac Angled Viewfinder and LCD Screen Protector for Digital Cameras
The Flipbac viewfinder helps customers snap angled photos from the hip, without having to kneel, or take candid portraits that include your own face. The angled viewfinder is ideal for experimenting with photography by taking photos from uncommon perspectives.
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Archos 5 Internet Media Tablet (Portable Media Player)
Building on the success of the Archos 605 WiFi, Archos has now released the new Archos 5 portable media player. The units feature a new, faster Texas Instruments central processor, a larger screen (exceptional quality), touch-screen operation, vivid colors, up to 720p resolution, plugin support (most cost extra), and more in a simple, intuitive design.
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ASUS UFOTO UF735 – 7″ USB LCD Monitor and Photo Frame
Displaylink USB video technology introduced the possibility of secondary USB monitors to the technology community. ASUS has now successfully extended this technology to create a unique product, the ASUS UFOTO, which combines the functionality of a photo frame and a secondary monitor. It is a 7″ monitor that allows a high resolution display of up to 800×400 pixels (720×480 viewing area).
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HDPC Smartphone and UMPC Hybrid
HDPC stands for Hybrid Portable Dual Computer. The device originates from the consumer’s need for a portable device that is able to perform complex functions. When someone needs a light weight and small device that is able to perform like a desktop computer, a Smartphone could be a very attractive option.
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Western Digital WD TV External HD Media Player
Western Digital has released the new WD TV external HD media player that works in conjunction with one or two external hard drives to playback video, audio, and view photos at up to full high definition quality (1080p).
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Outlet Switch for Electrical Power Receptacles
Many of today’s gadgets use power even when they are not turned on (usually due of lights or LED readouts). There are numerous examples of this ranging from stereos to computers. The power used is usually not very much, but if you’ll be away from home for an extended period of time or are particularly power conscious, the Outlet Switch can be a handy alternative to unplugging power cords.
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Media Port UP300x Multimedia Headset
Nikon Corporation has announced the Media Port UP300x multimedia playback headset that features display, headphones, audio/video player, Wi-Fi Internet connectivity, built-in memory, and the power source all-in-one.
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Gadgets to Consider When Traveling
When traveling, whether for business or leisure, it’s always important to gather the gadgets you’ll need for your trip. Some are essential, some are fun, but forgetting any of them can make for an unpleasant trip. For the sake of being obvious, we’ll assume that you don’t forget your laptop or cell phone. Here are some of the less-obvious gadgets that you may want to consider when traveling.
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H2O iDive 300 Underwater Speaker / iPod Case
The H2O iDive 300 is a speaker that works underwater and also features built-in housing specially designed to fit an iPod. Connection is done inside the speaker housing so that your iPod remains safe from the water.